Quick verdict
Huntr is best for job seekers who want a teal-style kanban tracker at a lower price. Zety is best for first-time resume builders who want a step-by-step wizard. Pick Huntr if job seekers who want a teal-style kanban tracker at a lower price; pick Zety if first-time resume builders who want a step-by-step wizard.
Feature comparison
| Feature | Huntr | Zety |
|---|---|---|
| Resume Builder | ✓ | ✓ |
| ATS Checker | — | — |
| AI Resume Tailoring | ✓ | — |
| Cover Letters | ✓ | ✓ |
| Job Tracker | ✓ | — |
| Matched Job Feed | — | — |
| Interview Prep | — | — |
| LinkedIn Optimization | — | — |
| Multilingual | — | ✓ |
Pricing comparison
| Plan | Huntr | Zety |
|---|---|---|
| Free | Limited tracking | Build free, pay to download |
| Paid | ~$20/mo | ~$24/mo |
| Annual | ~$15/mo annual | ~$5.99/mo annual |
Huntr
Pros
- Best Teal alternative for kanban tracking
- Browser extension for saving jobs
- AI resume tailoring against saved postings
- More affordable than Teal
Cons
- No ATS checker
- No interview prep
- No job feed
- Smaller community than Teal
Zety
Pros
- Easy guided wizard for beginners
- Large template library
- Multilingual support
- Cover letter builder included
Cons
- Pay to download (not truly free)
- Templates are not all ATS-safe
- No AI tailoring or ATS checking
- Aggressive upselling
Who should pick which?
Pick Huntr if you...
- Job seekers who want a Teal-style kanban tracker at a lower price
- Best Teal alternative for kanban tracking
- Browser extension for saving jobs
Pick Zety if you...
- First-time resume builders who want a step-by-step wizard
- Easy guided wizard for beginners
- Large template library
Frequently asked questions
Is Huntr or Zety better for software engineers?
It depends on your specific needs. Huntr is best for job seekers who want a teal-style kanban tracker at a lower price. Zety is best for first-time resume builders who want a step-by-step wizard.
Is Huntr or Zety cheaper?
Huntr pricing: Limited tracking (free), ~$20/mo (paid), ~$15/mo annual (annual). Zety pricing: Build free, pay to download (free), ~$24/mo (paid), ~$5.99/mo annual (annual). The cheaper option depends on how long your job search lasts and which features you actually need.
Can I use both Huntr and Zety?
Yes. Many job seekers use multiple tools — for example, one for tracking and another for resume building. Huntr and Zety serve different purposes, so combining them may give you the best of both.
Does Huntr or Zety have a free plan?
Huntr free plan: Limited tracking. Zety free plan: Build free, pay to download. Both offer some level of free access, but the limits and features differ.